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I just got this delivered from eBay.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=170452970240&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
It is the ONLY car mount I've ever owned that doesn't move.
It is rock solid.
What's nice is the rotation by pushing the button so it is completely flexible by any degree.
Comes with a good car charger as well, seems to be able to push enough power to still charge my Nexus even when running loads of apps like music and maps...etc.
My current charger can't do that.
WELL WORTH THE MONEY.
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1 X Premium Car Holder for Samsung HTC Nexus One
1 X In Car Charger for Samsung HTC Nexus One
xD Sorry, haha what an interesting typo..
Any mention of a USA-based seller? I'd like to give it a try..
Don't see it for sale by a US seller.
Lovely bit of kit though.
It's so stable you could read an ebook while driving.
I'm over in California on June 25th for a week for work.... ;-)
Looks pretty good, been after something more than just a cheap universal mount.
r2001uk said:
Looks pretty good, been after something more than just a cheap universal mount.
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Why not get the official HTC/Google Nexus One car dock? They do a desktop one too.
Get them from http://www.google.com/phone
joeearl13 said:
Why not get the official HTC/Google Nexus One car dock? They do a desktop one too.
Get them from http://www.google.com/phone
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Because the car dock alone is $55 plus shipping.
I mean really, £45 for a car mount? no thanks.
I've just ordered a USB desk mount, with spare battery charging and spare battery for £15.
Amdathlonuk said:
Because the car dock alone is $55 plus shipping.
I mean really, £45 for a car mount? no thanks.
I've just ordered a USB desk mount, with spare battery charging and spare battery for £15.
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Yah but it does have Bluetooth Speakers in it that make it far louder then the normal speakers. I really like the car dock I know its 55 bucks but it is very nice.
I bought the same holder as the OP and i find it incredibly annoying and pretty cheaply made. It doesn't seem to stay where i want it to and it seems to have warped slightly in the sun so my nexus doesn't fit properly anymore.
I could have just got a dud one, but you might want to watch out for that
Meltus said:
I bought the same holder as the OP and i find it incredibly annoying and pretty cheaply made. It doesn't seem to stay where i want it to and it seems to have warped slightly in the sun so my nexus doesn't fit properly anymore.
I could have just got a dud one, but you might want to watch out for that
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That's dissapointing to hear.
I can say that when mine is on the windscreen it will NOT move.
Rock solid, and no bouce or shake what-so-ever.
I'm thinking you MAY have got a dud one or I got a rare good one?
I think at £10 it's worth a go.
I might pick up a few Google ones while over in the US next month as I won't have to pay for shipping.
Buy the original. WAY much better...
I always pay between £30 - £50 for a brodit active mount, specific mount made for my car, not a suction cup.... charges well, always well made and secure.
I think this is a car mount from Haicom! You can't find it on the manufactur's website, but Google shows some results.
I bought a Haicom car mount for my G1 a few month a ago. Just after a few days the arm for the vacuum cup loosed from the mount. This thing is anything but high quality!
trinode said:
I always pay between £30 - £50 for a brodit active mount, specific mount made for my car, not a suction cup.... charges well, always well made and secure.
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mine comes from fedex this morning! well my brodit car mount system. i didnt opt for the charging version. I have my nexus one in a hard case, so I opted for the universal/resizeable version.
I also bought a nice car charger from boxwave to go with the new proclip car mount (only vendor i could find with the microUSB coil + slim charger profile):
http://www.boxwave.com/products/microcarcharger/nexus-one-micro-car-charger_3770.htm
If you live in the UK Expansys have started selling Nexus One accessories (although I can only find the Desktop Dock atm) http://www.expansys.com/d.aspx?i=195715
Also while browsing through I found Motorola Milestone for a pretty decent £350 http://www.expansys.com/d.aspx?i=190234
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That's dissapointing to hear.
I can say that when mine is on the windscreen it will NOT move.
Rock solid, and no bouce or shake what-so-ever.
I'm thinking you MAY have got a dud one or I got a rare good one?
I think at £10 it's worth a go.
I might pick up a few Google ones while over in the US next month as I won't have to pay for shipping.
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Yeah, for the first few days it was fantastic.
Didn't bounce or shake and could read the screen clear as anything (had a different one that was just a blurry mess) but then the button-catch started slipping and then the holder sort of melted a bit in the sun lol.
But yeah, i guess i just got a dud one or something if yours is working so well
I just hope it doesn't do what mine did lol
I have one of the same mounts you bought from Ebay. I also am very impressed by the quality of it. Really secure and the suction mechanism is great.
I was dubious when I bought it but thought it was still better to take a punt than shell out for the OEM model.
Having said that, now that I have been made aware of brodit mounts, I think they look really nice and top quality. If this one breaks or deteriorates, I may be tempted to them. I do slightly prefer positioning on the windscreen, but the brodit mounts seem fantastic.
Mine is fairly good
I have the same one, a bargain at £10. The only issue i have had is that the suction lever got loose after about 3 remounts.. Fortunately the holder is still quite strong in place, but I do worry that the sucker wont last long.. So far so good though..
On the plus side, the form factor is very pleasing to the eye, and the flexibility of the joints are very good also..
Sorry to drag up an old thread but i thought i'd update you all a little.
I went to the lake district for a week and did a fair amount of driving. I was playing around alot with the positioning, trying to find the best location.
Basically, by the end of the week the level became really loose and the suction cup wont stick to anything anymore. No dust 'stuck' to it or anything, as far as i can tell, it just looks a little misshapen and refuses to adhere to any part of the windscreen.
I'm not trying to put you off it or anything, just be careful you don't get a 'dud' one like me
Kensington K66624US (search for that product code)
Scored 2 of these of Newegg.Com for $12.99 + free shipping, watch for it.
Works fantastic w/ the G2 ... does not block the speaker on the back nor the microUSB charging port, feels secure enough that it should not come off the cradle in normal use.
Cheers!
Dan
Any pictures of it in action?
Edit - Are you referring to http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16875992158&Tpk=Kensington K66624US
That's the one yes ... pics coming once I can post URLs ...
Cheers!
Dan
It's going for 29.99 on Newegg and doesn't look at that compatible with the G2. The sides seem like it'll push the camera or volume button while tight and prohibit charging.
It does obscure the VolDown button ONLY ... the VolUp is accessible as well as the camera button. The charging port is NOT blocked either.
Though I certainly hope no one needs to fiddle too much w/ the Vol buttons or camera while driving though. Ain't that the whole point of a mounting solution.
Cheers!
Dan
I have the Arkon mount which I think sells for $17.95 and it doesn't block any of the buttons or ports and has wire management built into the neck. It works great and was designed with the G2 in mind. I have the SM514, highly recommended.
The SM514 from Arkon was def. on my list too ... but for $12.99 incl. the weighted base (for those in MN/CA whom cannot mount to windscreen) ... was a steal.
The weighted base usually sells for $30 much by itself.
The fingers on the SM514 concern me, how well it might hold if the phone is horizontal (GPS use). Anyone w/ the SM514 care to advise.
Cheers!
Dan
dtanXDAdev said:
The SM514 from Arkon was def. on my list too ... but for $12.99 incl. the weighted base (for those in MN/CA whom cannot mount to windscreen) ... was a steal.
The weighted base usually sells for $30 much by itself.
The fingers on the SM514 concern me, how well it might hold if the phone is horizontal (GPS use). Anyone w/ the SM514 care to advise.
Cheers!
Dan
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The fingers slide into a notch so they can be moved for other devices. I have had mine for about 2 weeks and they don't seem to be anything to worry about, quite sturdy. I got my weighted base with another universal car mount I found at Filenes basement, the whole thing was $12.99 but the dock interfered with some of the buttons, so I gave it away, kept the non slip base and bought the Arkon. I am in Illinois, so no worries about windshield mounting here, I have used the dock both ways and it works great both ways, base and windshield. The mount uses a stiff spring mechanism to hold the device, there is no way it is coming out, I even put my phone iin it and shook it hard, stayed put very well.
I would rather get the SlipGrip car dock its cheaper and actually made for the G2 also a bit cheaper.
SlipGuard? URL or product code please? Google did not reveal much ...
Thanks!
dtanXDAdev said:
SlipGuard? URL or product code please? Google did not reveal much ...
Thanks!
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Woops called it the wrong thing. Its called a SlipGrip sold on ebay only far as I know.
http://cgi.ebay.com/SlipGrip-Car-Ho...137132?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item5d2c2d7cec
Its built in the USA pretty good quaility and yes you can charge the phone while its in the dock.
It also has holes so you can take pictures and hear the speaker phone.
Here is a a picture of the dock in my car - http://i.imgur.com/NY7uQ.jpg
This is an img from the phone while docked in the car dock as you can see its a great dash cam ^_^ - http://i.imgur.com/oM1O3.jpg
Okawa said:
I would rather get the SlipGrip car dock its cheaper and actually made for the G2 also a bit cheaper.
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I was thinking of picking one of these up. I like the idea of having the camera lense open for use in the dock. It also looks secure the way it clips in.
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Bishybob said:
I was thinking of picking one of these up. I like the idea of having the camera lense open for use in the dock. It also looks secure the way it clips in.
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Its very secure but not to tight to hurt the phone.
The slipgrip seems cool, but it 's not cheaper and you can 't have your keyboard open, which is a nice option to punch out an address or text. They both have their plus and minutes, I just think the arson is more flexible, you can have almost any case on the phone and it still works, if you have another device you want to use it for you can.
I like the SlipGrip dock, but I'd be worried about that clip scratching the side of the phone.
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I like the SlipGrip dock, but I'd be worried about that clip scratching the side of the phone.
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The clip is coated with the same stuff the back of the Slipgrip is so its kind of soft.
If you where a bit closer I could show you in person =P I live in Phoenix.
What kind of car dock/phone holders are everyone using for the Epic? naturally, I want one that will leave the aux and charger port open. What are you using? Thoughts?
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What kind of car dock/phone holders are everyone using for the Epic? naturally, I want one that will leave the aux and charger port open. What are you using? Thoughts?
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Amazon is your friend just like google but there is a few of them out there is one generic meant for the Epic 4G but its ****ty plastic but reviews have aid what to do to make it better one guy has actually done it for some people.
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Sprin...24364&sr=8-1&keywords=Samsung+Epic+Car+Holder
I purchased a bracketron that connects to the ac vent. I first I never liked the idea. But traveling with GPS and other things running it would get hot with a high amp charger. Being on the vent certainly solved that problem and charged a lot quicker since it wasn't so hot.
I realize that Google and Amazon exist. I was looking for recommendations from other Epic owners on here.
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I purchased a bracketron that connects to the ac vent. I first I never liked the idea. But traveling with GPS and other things running it would get hot with a high amp charger. Being on the vent certainly solved that problem and charged a lot quicker since it wasn't so hot.
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That's not a bad idea! I'm going to check those out. Thanks!
I use one I made out of a coat hangar that hangs from the ac vent that I got the idea from one of these threads.
VassagoX said:
I realize that Google and Amazon exist. I was looking for recommendations from other Epic owners on here.
That's not a bad idea! I'm going to check those out. Thanks!
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that was my recommendation haha look on amazon there are so many reviews i dont have any because they dont give me any support haha
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I use one I made out of a coat hangar that hangs from the ac vent that I got the idea from one of these threads.
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Interesting... is it an eye sore?
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Interesting... is it an eye sore?
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I don't think so. I can try to post Picture later
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I recommend the stock mount for the Epic 4G. It does get hot sometimes, but it has an 2.5mm socket for audio that you can run into the aux input on your car stereo and it activates car mode. I've had it for 18+ months now and haven't had any trouble with it and would be upset if it broke.
I can't remember where I got it (not Samsung), but it's probably not too hard to find.
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I recommend the stock mount for the Epic 4G. It does get hot sometimes, but it has an 2.5mm socket for audio that you can run into the aux input on your car stereo and it activates car mode. I've had it for 18+ months now and haven't had any trouble with it and would be upset if it broke.
I can't remember where I got it (not Samsung), but it's probably not too hard to find.
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I Honestly Recommend Arkon
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vwags said:
I use one I made out of a coat hangar that hangs from the ac vent that I got the idea from one of these threads.
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Interesting... is it an eye sore?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1209276
I believe post #8 is what he's talking about
Yes that is where I got the idea.
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Interesting concept. Does it move much?
No surprisingly little. I changed it a little so it squeezes the phone instead of sitting in the holder and I used small vacuum hose to protect the spots that touch the phone. Works well.
Its all on how you make it. There is no play in mine at all. I made mine so you have to slip it up under the top arms, and then rest the it on the bottom arms. then the reverse to get it out... Its very secure and never had to worry about it falling. I drive in Cleveland, so thats saying something.
. I took a fine file and filed and sharp edges made by the pliers. Then after a couple of coats with spray paint, its like I bought it from somewhere. I use no buffers and have marks on my case from my holder.
I've made a few (about 10 or so for a different phones) the key is just to take your time and make every bend as perfect as you can.
I might have to look into this. I have been slightly concerned about the fact mine is in a small case. I'm afraid the official one won't fit too well. I also wasn't actually impressed by the automatic car mode.
XxLostSoulxX, the Arkon ones look pretty nifty. Which one did you get? They have so many!
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I might have to look into this. I have been slightly concerned about the fact mine is in a small case. I'm afraid the official one won't fit too well. I also wasn't actually impressed by the automatic car mode.
XxLostSoulxX, the Arkon ones look pretty nifty. Which one did you get? They have so many!
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I haven't purchased one I just know they are pretty durable and a lot have recommended it I ATM can't use one I have stupid ac vents the roll so it pulls down so id have to get one that sticks with a mount.
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f0xblade said:
I recommend the stock mount for the Epic 4G. It does get hot sometimes, but it has an 2.5mm socket for audio that you can run into the aux input on your car stereo and it activates car mode. I've had it for 18+ months now and haven't had any trouble with it and would be upset if it broke.
I can't remember where I got it (not Samsung), but it's probably not too hard to find.
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I have the stock mount for the Epic and love it. It does get kind of hot at times. Especially when sitting in the direct sun light but it's a perfect and snug fit:
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/ECS-M982BEGSTA
I can't remember how much I paid for it, but I searched around and got it for pretty cheap.
I bought a universal vent mount at TJ Maxx for 8 bucks. Works great and the best part is it can rotate to either portrait or landscape.
sugru
I made one like this
http://www.instructables.com/id/Sugru-Dash-Mount-For-Electronics/
cheap and works
I have the Nexus 4 with the bumper case and It wont fit my current phone mount from my LG G2X. I need a mount that can do around 5 incs of phone.
maybe a samsung note will do???
platinumxo said:
maybe a samsung note will do???
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? I need something that will hold the phone where I can see it for GPS and music selection while I'm driving.
A lot of people think I'm crazy for sticking something on my phone but I seriously LOVE this thing I bought ( http://www.steelie.com/)
So you pretty much put tiny dongle on the back of your phone, which sticks due to a strong adhesive and that dongle has a magnet that attaches to a ball you can stick on your car too.
I've had for awhile on my SGSII and when I removed it, it came off with no sticky residue or anything! Once I get a back screen protector for my nexus 4 I'm sticking it on there as well.
Here's a picture of my car with the car ball. http://www.flickr.com/photos/[email protected]/8111732688/in/pool-steelie
and here's another http://www.flickr.com/photos/[email protected]/8111732114/in/pool-steelie/
It's awesome because I literally walk in my car, scan the NFC sticker and stick it on the ball. SNAP on. It's adjustable since its a ball you can move it around.
The only downside was the price. It's a bit expensive but seriously, I cannot have chosen a better product.
I feel like I'm an advert for them but seriously. It's awesome. Watch their youtube video! They started from kickstarter too (random tidbit)
Two downsides .. price and this thing on the back of your phone.
darkamikaze said:
A lot of people think I'm crazy for sticking something on my phone but I seriously LOVE this thing I bought ( http://www.steelie.com/)
So you pretty much put tiny dongle on the back of your phone, which sticks due to a strong adhesive and that dongle has a magnet that attaches to a ball you can stick on your car too.
I've had for awhile on my SGSII and when I removed it, it came off with no sticky residue or anything! Once I get a back screen protector for my nexus 4 I'm sticking it on there as well.
Here's a picture of my car with the car ball. http://www.flickr.com/photos/[email protected]/8111732688/in/pool-steelie
and here's another http://www.flickr.com/photos/[email protected]/8111732114/in/pool-steelie/
It's awesome because I literally walk in my car, scan the NFC sticker and stick it on the ball. SNAP on. It's adjustable since its a ball you can move it around.
The only downside was the price. It's a bit expensive but seriously, I cannot have chosen a better product.
I feel like I'm an advert for them but seriously. It's awesome. Watch their youtube video! They started from kickstarter too (random tidbit)
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I like it on the back of my phone lol doesn't add bulk at all IMO.
Not to mention it makes me want to check everything in my household if they are metal so I can stick it on it
darkamikaze said:
I like it on the back of my phone lol doesn't add bulk at all IMO.
Not to mention it makes me want to check everything in my household if they are metal so I can stick it on it
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Have you thought about attaching that magnet to the back of a case and placing the nfc tag inside where the back of the phone would be?
It would be a good way to keep the back of the phone clean and still have a way to attach it to your car.
Steelie looks really cool, but it's quite pricey for what it is. I'd mount the phone ring on a case rather than right on the back.
tizio13 said:
Have you thought about attaching that magnet to the back of a case and placing the nfc tag inside where the back of the phone would be?
It would be a good way to keep the back of the phone clean and still have a way to attach it to your car.
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That's how I had it on my SGSII, attached it to a TPU case. It worked pretty good too but the back is so nice on the nexus4 that I didn't want to cover it entirely so I was gunning for a bumper+backscreen protector.
Either way the phone attachment comes off readily with no residue issue when it comes to it
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Steelie looks really cool, but it's quite pricey for what it is. I'd mount the phone ring on a case rather than right on the back.
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It is X_x that's the only down side. If you're pro you can semi build one your own! lol just need a strong magnet and a ball to attach on your car.
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That's how I had it on my SGSII, attached it to a TPU case. It worked pretty good too but the back is so nice on the nexus4 that I didn't want to cover it entirely so I was gunning for a bumper+backscreen protector.
Either way the phone attachment comes off readily with no residue issue when it comes to it
It is X_x that's the only down side. If you're pro you can semi build one your own! lol just need a strong magnet and a ball to attach on your car.
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yea. i almost bought the car kit cuz i thought 35 bucks wasn't too bad. but 12 shipping is no bueno o.0
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That's how I had it on my SGSII, attached it to a TPU case. It worked pretty good too but the back is so nice on the nexus4 that I didn't want to cover it entirely so I was gunning for a bumper+backscreen protector.
Either way the phone attachment comes off readily with no residue issue when it comes to it
It is X_x that's the only down side. If you're pro you can semi build one your own! lol just need a strong magnet and a ball to attach on your car.
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thanks! bought one. this is exactly what i was looking for!
http://www.rammount.com/NewProducts/RAMxgripmount/tabid/4515/Default.aspx
Works like a champ.
I pray someone creates an inductive charging car stand/holder for us.
if there's anyone else looking to buy the steelie, the shipping is only $5 on amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005O5WSTW/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&smid=A3M3L1LVMVCRB5
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007FHX9OK/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&smid=A2FE6D62A4WM6Q
Two that I found. I'll be purchasing one of them and trying it out soon. Says its fits the Optimus G which is essentially what this phone is.
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I pray someone creates an inductive charging car stand/holder for us.
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Yes, this exactly. I want an inductive charging mount.
The steelie looks interesting, but would probably render the induction charging useless. I wonder if the large magnet on the back would fight with the induction current from the charger base?
darkamikaze said:
A lot of people think I'm crazy for sticking something on my phone but I seriously LOVE this thing I bought ( http://www.steelie.com/)
So you pretty much put tiny dongle on the back of your phone, which sticks due to a strong adhesive and that dongle has a magnet that attaches to a ball you can stick on your car too.
I've had for awhile on my SGSII and when I removed it, it came off with no sticky residue or anything! Once I get a back screen protector for my nexus 4 I'm sticking it on there as well.
Here's a picture of my car with the car ball. http://www.flickr.com/photos/[email protected]/8111732688/in/pool-steelie
and here's another http://www.flickr.com/photos/[email protected]/8111732114/in/pool-steelie/
It's awesome because I literally walk in my car, scan the NFC sticker and stick it on the ball. SNAP on. It's adjustable since its a ball you can move it around.
The only downside was the price. It's a bit expensive but seriously, I cannot have chosen a better product.
I feel like I'm an advert for them but seriously. It's awesome. Watch their youtube video! They started from kickstarter too (random tidbit)
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just wondering if the phone socket is reusable.
WIIWONWON said:
just wondering if the phone socket is reusable.
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It is. I just sold my SGSII and phone socket is sitting on my desk until I apply it on my Nexus 4. They give you lifetime replacements for the sticky part that goes on the back of the phone socket, so I had them send me a new one for free.
All I need is my back screen protector and my bumper until I apply it back on
I'm using an Arkon MG114. It was cheap and does the trick. I miss my GSII t989 car dock. I don't have the bumper on my phone yet, though I think it would work.
Recommend the best car mount here for Galaxy S 5.
A bit more expensive, but the CraigsDocks Dock is billet aluminum and low-profile and is true one-hand operation and adjustable to work with S2, S3, S4, Note series and now the S5.
http://www.craigsdocks.com/samsung-galaxy-s3-s4-note-2-3-car-dock/
I've had mine a year and won't have to buy a new one when I upgrade to the S5 because it fits all large Samsung superphones.
It's also adjustable to work with ALL cases, including the extra large cases that have built-in batteries.
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Recommend the best car mount here for Galaxy S 5.
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Just found this one and share it here: 3in1 Car Mount Kit for SamsungS5
I will be hoping to get The Air Dock shortly after my S5. This will be the best car dock hands down. Just need to make sure the S5 wireless charging covers or stickers don'd take long to arrive.
http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/the-air-dock
For everyone that wants an affordable car dock WITHOUT glass suction cups, I would get this:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00D4ABOZS...lid=1DT8CDMXBYY8Y&coliid=I321GSEX43RNWH&psc=1
fits in your CD SLOT. it's GENIUSSS, just look at allt he reviews. its perfect eye level for the driver too!
Sublim3_Tilt said:
I will be hoping to get The Air Dock shortly after my S5. This will be the best car dock hands down. Just need to make sure the S5 wireless charging covers or stickers don'd take long to arrive.
http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/the-air-dock
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The air dock is what ultimately tipped the balance for me getting an S5, after seeing it I knew built-in Qi charging was a must have and since Sprint only offers the Nexus 5 in 16GB flavor (not nearly enough, I've got 15GB of stuff on my SD card today which easily exceeds the 12GB formatted capacity, not to mention 2 years from now).
Hope they will make something like this one :
http://www.miniinthebox.com/fr/univ..._61995588663&gclid=CKSBsJ7Mv70CFWXnwgodN4QAIw
Air Dock hands down.
Another vote for Craigsdocks. Absolutely the most adaptable car dock out there. Very well designed and crafted. Well worth the the cost.
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Air Dock hands down.
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It looks nice but the expense of it, $70 +20 for the charging coil, then still need a car charger so there's another $30(for an OEM)its a lot of money.
I got one of these a while back and its quite good, just make sure to hold the back of the phone whilst removing or sometimes the back cover comes lose on a clip or two with S4, the magnetism is quite strong.
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It looks nice but the expense of it, $70+20 for the charging coil, then still need a car charger so there's another $30(for an OEM)its a lot of money.
I got one of these a while back and its quite good
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How can it be good when it doesn't even charge the phone?
Acaibowl said:
How can it be good when it doesn't even charge the phone?
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Because its so hard to plug in USB lol, is it really worth an extra $75? Also there's no way that thing could output 2A so charging is going to be much slower, just my opinion.
I just order this Car Mounthttp://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00C9...qid=1396885686&sr=8-11&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70 yesterday. Should be here tomorrow or Thursday with prime shipping.
chillsen said:
For everyone that wants an affordable car dock WITHOUT glass suction cups, I would get this:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00D4ABOZS...lid=1DT8CDMXBYY8Y&coliid=I321GSEX43RNWH&psc=1
fits in your CD SLOT. it's GENIUSSS, just look at allt he reviews. its perfect eye level for the driver too!
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have you ever used this before? I'm curious to know if it would cause any damage to the internals of the CD slot. I see it has amazing reviews at Amazon (which I trust for the most part) but wondering if you had any personal experience with it...
if it looks to be good, I may get one for the S5 and my iPad Mini (for a long road trip later this summer)
co.ag.2005 said:
have you ever used this before? I'm curious to know if it would cause any damage to the internals of the CD slot. I see it has amazing reviews at Amazon (which I trust for the most part) but wondering if you had any personal experience with it...
if it looks to be good, I may get one for the S5 and my iPad Mini (for a long road trip later this summer)
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Didn't forget about you:
http://i.imgur.com/YQIh3lT.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/ZNeaWhv.jpg
notice my cd changer is curved out but the rubber "fins" still fit snug and very sturdy. They are rubber and do no damage. if for some reason it just will not fit in there on your car model, you can always send it back worry free (with Prime) but it shouldn't be a problem. the grip has a light rubber pad and is controlled by a spring action adjustment. I love it because i can easily place my phone into it by pushing my phone up and in. I take it out with the same motion, press up and pull out. it is made in Korea and the material and parts are very well made.
I really don't know why some of the people here are buying 50-70 dollar suction phone mounts. that is a total rip off.
Here is the link again: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00D4ABOZS...lid=1DT8CDMXBYY8Y&coliid=I321GSEX43RNWH&psc=1
chillsen said:
Didn't forget about you:
http://i.imgur.com/YQIh3lT.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/ZNeaWhv.jpg
notice my cd changer is curved out but the rubber "fins" still fit snug and very sturdy. They are rubber and do no damage. if for some reason it just will not fit in there on your car model, you can always send it back worry free (with Prime) but it shouldn't be a problem. the grip has a light rubber pad and is controlled by a spring action adjustment. I love it because i can easily place my phone into it by pushing my phone up and in. I take it out with the same motion, press up and pull out. it is made in Korea and the material and parts are very well made.
I really don't know why some of the people here are buying 50-70 dollar suction phone mounts. that is a total rip off.
Here is the link again: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00D4ABOZS...lid=1DT8CDMXBYY8Y&coliid=I321GSEX43RNWH&psc=1
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thanks for the detailed write-up and pics! I have the phone and iPad version sitting in my Amazon wishlist right now... maybe will push them to checkout next payday
Upon inspection of both of my vehicles, it looks like it will work really well and actually sit at a great height (within arms and eyes reach) and not block any controls to anything else (only blocking a clock in my Civic and a clock/temp screen in my Highlander)
thanks again :good:
chillsen said:
Didn't forget about you:
http://i.imgur.com/YQIh3lT.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/ZNeaWhv.jpg
notice my cd changer is curved out but the rubber "fins" still fit snug and very sturdy. They are rubber and do no damage. if for some reason it just will not fit in there on your car model, you can always send it back worry free (with Prime) but it shouldn't be a problem. the grip has a light rubber pad and is controlled by a spring action adjustment. I love it because i can easily place my phone into it by pushing my phone up and in. I take it out with the same motion, press up and pull out. it is made in Korea and the material and parts are very well made.
I really don't know why some of the people here are buying 50-70 dollar suction phone mounts. that is a total rip off.
Here is the link again: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00D4ABOZS...lid=1DT8CDMXBYY8Y&coliid=I321GSEX43RNWH&psc=1
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co.ag.2005 said:
thanks for the detailed write-up and pics! I have the phone and iPad version sitting in my Amazon wishlist right now... maybe will push them to checkout next payday
Upon inspection of both of my vehicles, it looks like it will work really well and actually sit at a great height (within arms and eyes reach) and not block any controls to anything else (only blocking a clock in my Civic and a clock/temp screen in my Highlander)
thanks again :good:
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I ordered a similar one, well basically identical, and it fits superbly in my 2008 honda accord exl. It sits just below all the controls. I was some what worried about it not reaching out far enough as the cd player is recessed when compared with all the radio and nav controls. But it's about as perfect as possible. The best part about this mount in my opinion is that it keeps a person like myself from having to many items on the windshield. Without this I'd have- Radar Detector, Phone, toll tag, and gps, way to many things, phone being the largest of them all. Anyway, I'll take some pictures and maybe a mini review later. I highly recommend to anyone who want a good out of the way docking solution.
Pure+ said:
I ordered a similar one, well basically identical, and it fits superbly in my 2008 honda accord exl. It sits just below all the controls. I was some what worried about it not reaching out far enough as the cd player is recessed when compared with all the radio and nav controls. But it's about as perfect as possible. The best part about this mount in my opinion is that it keeps a person like myself from having to many items on the windshield. Without this I'd have- Radar Detector, Phone, toll tag, and gps, way to many things, phone being the largest of them all. Anyway, I'll take some pictures and maybe a mini review later. I highly recommend to anyone who want a good out of the way docking solution.
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thanks! I'd love to see pictures. I have an '08 civic ex... by looking at my dash, it seems like it would sit above all my controls and only cover up that little screen that shows the radio station and the time.
co.ag.2005 said:
thanks! I'd love to see pictures. I have an '08 civic ex... by looking at my dash, it seems like it would sit above all my controls and only cover up that little screen that shows the radio station and the time.
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I'll take pictures when I get home this afternoon. I forgot my camera at home today. Was a bit flustered this morning. But I'll get you some pics for sure.
Pure+ said:
I'll take pictures when I get home this afternoon. I forgot my camera at home today. Was a bit flustered this morning. But I'll get you some pics for sure.
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thanks :good: and no rush